Start tickling those ivories! Glissando mimics the smooth lines and melody of Chopin. Graceful cables punctuated by staccato knots surround this easy to knit hat. Follow the charts or written instructions to create musical beauty.

To fit: Average woman’s head
Unstretched Circumference: approximately 19”
Stretched Circumference: approximately 22-23”
Hat Height: approximately 9”

Materials needed

Approximately 135 yards, (123 meters) of Worsted to Aran weight yarn. Wool is recommended for ease in blocking. Sample is shown in Wisdom Yarns Ballad (98yd/1.75oz, 90m/50gr).
US size 6 (4mm) and 7 (4.5mm) 16” circular knitting needle
US size 7 (4.5mm) double pointed needles or size to meet gauge
8 stitch markers, with one being different to mark the beginning of round
Cable needle
Scissors
Yarn needle